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Podcast: Crime and the Courtroom
Episode: #104: What is "Junk Science" and do Bite Marks Fit the Label?
Description: In this solo episode of Crime and the Courtroom, host John Collins kicks off the podcast's sixth season with personal updates, professional milestones, and critical reflections on the state of forensic science in the justice system. Collins shares the remarkable success of his recent cochlear implant surgery, which restored significant hearing from deafness caused by a decades-old firearm accident. The procedure has enhanced his ability to engage with clients and audiences, just in time for a busy season of national speaking engagements—including the ASCLD Symposium in Grand Rapids and a keynote address at the 2026 Association of Firearm and To...